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18 Katy Perry Photos That Look Nothing Like Katy Perry And Her Wild, Teenage Dream-y Costumes
Excluding legendary masters of chameleon style such as Madonna and Lady Gaga, Katy Perry has the uncanny ability to metamorphose so rapidly that she looks like someone different every time she appears in public. However, several key photographic moments have caught the celebrity literally not looking like herself, from hairdo down to her ensemble. Here are 15 times Katy Perry channeled an alternate ego.
The Birthday Girl
Perhaps the birthday girl’s oversized bow and jauntily printed, ultra-feminine frock were a sign of things to come.
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In A Hot Pink Ensemble
Oddly enough, this snap of a grade school-age Perry evokes her current, intrepid spirit and eccentric style. However, the monochrome pink suit and fedora aren’t condoned for general usage.
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Rocking An Embellished Tee In The '90s
A “14 or 15” year-old Katy already knew she was destined to be in the public eye, if her totally 2000s tee is any indication.
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Reading A Picture Book
The recent birthday girl devoured a book entitled Pom Pom’s Birthday Party years before singing of her partying habits in Last Friday Night.
Image: Katy Perry: Part of Me
In Sparkles And Highlighted Hair, Circa 2001
The then-Christian Rock star showed off prominent highlights, an early-aughts updo, and a below-the knee skirt at age 17. Who knew she once wore church-appropriate clothing?
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In Beige Silk Circa 2004
This particular look is classic Katy Perry before she became Katy Perry: Internationally Renowned Celebrity. Beige silk, white wide-leg trousers and black pointy-toe pumps just aren’t causing any fashion fireworks.
At A Lexus Event Circa 2004
A ’50s-inspired silk printed frock and black flats? Is this Katy Perry or Zooey Deschanel we’re looking at?
In A Choppy Lob And And Green Tank Circa 2004
The wallflower who wore this twisted tank and understated makeup is lightyears from the assertive singer who created such danceable hits as Roar and Firework.
In A Bohemian Getup Circa 2005
It may simply be the dearth of makeup and the understated bohemian ensemble, but this certainly isn’t the flamboyantly-clad Katy Perry I’m accustomed to seeing.
At An Esquire And ClearChannel Event Circa 2005
The fact that the only adornment to this basic black ensemble is a white bloom speaks volumes about how far Ms. Perry has come in terms of defining her flamboyant signature style.
At A Sony Event In 2006
The chameleon adopted a Joan Jett ‘do and lingerie-inspired garb in 2005, convincing the paparazzi she was an entirely different person from the Betty Draper-inspired Lexus event attendee.
At A Nintendo Wii Event In 2006
The singer struck a sweet pose in an modest gold and black mini dress, a far cry from her typical multicolored wares.
At A Svedka Event In 2006
Nothing about this look embraces Perry’s current sartorial criteria, from its faded yellow shade to the quirky green belt thrown in for good measure. And since when does the notoriously edgy singer choose ladylike, demure kitten heels to accent her ensembles?
In Grungy Attire At A Maxim Event In 2007
In this voluminous beanie, plaid moto jacket, and black concert tee, it’s hard to tell who is underneath all of the grunge. Courtney Love, is that you?
In A Champagne-Hued Gown, 2007
The star chose a shockingly simple gown in a forgettable shade of nude for a 2007 appearance, pairing it with minimal makeup and un-styled locks.
At A Fashion Show In 2007
Though the bright color way of this ensemble evokes the Katy Perry her fans know and love now, the fit and adornment aren’t nearly as eccentric.
At The MTV Europe Music Awards In 2008
Though she is a fan of androgynous disguises, this mashup of an ensemble combined with the painted-on mustache make it impossible to guess Katy Perry is the star underneath the costume.
At Walt Disney World In 2009
Perry threw on a Disney disguise at the legendary theme park in 2009, and blended right in with a starstruck Mini Mouse.
